Nokia Equipment/Software/Services and Vinco Integration Services
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
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PSC
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Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)/NSSC intends to issue a sole source contract to VINCO INC for Nokia Equipment/Software/Services and Vinco Integration Services for the Glenn Research Center (GRC). This acquisition aims to establish a 3GPP-compliant system for testing in an emulated Lunar environment. Interested organizations may submit capabilities to challenge this sole source intent by June 15, 2026.
Scope of Work
This requirement involves the purchase of specific hardware, software licenses, and integration services:
- Hardware: NDAC Micro RRH Kit B41 (1), Multi RAT indoor BBU kit (ASOE) (1), NDAC Macro Site Power Sol. Distrbd (APAA) (1), and 4x 1695-2690 MHz 65 HPBW 1x RET (2).
- Software Licenses: Micro 5G SW Lic p.a. (1) and Micro 5G SW Maint p.a. (1).
- Services: E2E Project Management, initial system configuration, integration, and site support. This includes integration and setup of radio with existing systems and coordination with NOKIA CARES for SW and commissioning files.
- Logistics: Pack and ship all items to NASA Glenn Research Center in Cleveland, OH.
Contract & Timeline
- Type: Special Notice, Sole Source Intent
- NAICS Code: 541519
- Set-Aside: None (Sole Source Intent)
- Period of Performance: 14 to 22 Weeks ARO (After Receipt of Order), with equipment configuration and integration completed no later than 6 weeks after Vinco receives Nokia equipment.
- Place of Performance: NASA Glenn Research Center, Cleveland, OH.
- Response Due: June 15, 2026, by 12:00 p.m. Central Standard Time.
- Published: June 10, 2026.
Evaluation
Capabilities and qualifications submitted by interested organizations will be evaluated solely to determine if this procurement can be conducted on a competitive basis. The government retains discretion regarding the decision to compete this effort.
Additional Notes
Oral communications are not acceptable. The NASA FAR Supplement Clause 1852.215-84, Ombudsman, is applicable. The primary point of contact is Sara Jusino-Terry (sara.a.jusino-terry@nasa.gov).